Greek City-States Quiz
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What is the definition of a peninsula?

  • A government controlled by a single individual without legal constraints.
  • Land surrounded by water on three sides and connected to a landmass on the fourth side. (correct)
  • A philosophical system used to question democratic practices.
  • A small independent area with its own laws and culture.

Which city-state is known for its strong military presence?

  • Thebes
  • Sparta (correct)
  • Athens
  • Corinth

What government style is defined by hereditary power transfer?

  • Democracy
  • Aristocracy (correct)
  • Tyranny
  • Oligarchy

What is the meaning of the term 'polis'?

<p>Another word for a city-state. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Socrates is best known for which of the following philosophies?

<p>Using doubt and questioning to challenge authority. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes tyranny?

<p>A government style where a leader seizes control, which can be perceived positively or negatively. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a metic from a citizen in a Greek city-state?

<p>Metics are foreigners with limited rights, while citizens have full legal rights. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher is credited as being a student of Socrates?

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What is the primary characteristic of oligarchy?

<p>Rule by a small group of people with significant wealth or power. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining feature of an acropolis?

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Peninsula

Land surrounded by water on three sides, connected to a mainland on the fourth.

Peloponnesus

The peninsula in Southern Greece, home to the city-state of Sparta.

Democracy

A form of government where citizens make decisions through voting.

Oligarchy

A form of government led by powerful individuals, typically from wealthy families.

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Tyranny

A form of government controlled by a single leader who seized power.

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City-state

An independent region within a country, acting like a mini-country with its own laws, language, and army.

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Phalanx

A type of military formation where heavily armed soldiers stand close together, moving as one unit.

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Acropolis

A high hill in a city-state where public buildings were located.

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Athens

A Greek city-state known for its intellectual advancements and philosophical thinking.

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Sparta

A Greek city-state known for its strong military and warrior culture.

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